Flood Risk Engineer

Posted 03 June 2025
Salary £32k - 45k per year
LocationBirmingham
Job type Permanent - Full Time
Discipline Highways, Transport & Infrastructure
ReferenceJO0000058928

Job description

Flood Risk & Drainage Engineer
Birmingham (Hybrid Working)
Full-time | Permanent
An established and respected civil and structural engineering consultancy in Birmingham is looking to appoint a Flood Risk & Drainage Engineer with around 4-5 years' post-graduate experience (though more experienced applicants are also welcome). You'll join a team with nearly 60 years of engineering heritage, known for its collaborative, creative and professional approach to delivering value-driven solutions across the UK.
What you'll be doing:
·Leading and supporting the delivery of flood risk assessments (FRAs) and drainage strategies across a range of projects.
·Working closely with civil and structural engineers to integrate flood risk and drainage into wider design proposals.
·Contributing to sustainable drainage design (SuDS), modelling and compliance with planning and regulatory frameworks.
·Supporting junior staff and collaborating with external consultants and stakeholders.
Ideal experience:
·Circa 4-5 years' experience in flood risk and drainage design (more senior applicants also considered).
·Strong understanding of drainage strategy design, surface water management and relevant policy guidance.
·Proficiency in design software and modelling tools (e.g., MicroDrainage, InfoDrainage, or similar).
·Passion for problem-solving and delivering sustainable, high-quality engineering solutions.
Why join?
·Be part of a forward-thinking consultancy soon relocating to a modern, open-plan office near central Birmingham - with excellent transport links, on site car parking and amenities (including gym, 24/7 access, cycle racks and heating drying lockers and more)
·Enjoy a collaborative, people-focused culture that invests in your growth and wellbeing.
·Competitive benefits including:
oHybrid working
o26 days annual leave
oHealthcare benefits programme
oPayment of professional membership fees
oPersonal development plans and access to accredited training
oDiscretionary bonus scheme